Quality Jackson GA septic system installers do a lot of legwork, long before a unit gets installed into the ground. A brand new unit will last many years, and possibly even generations, if it’s installed the right way, but it can fail instantaneously if it’s not. On top of that, all Jackson GA septic system installers must obtain a permit in order to carry out the install, and may have to partner with city or county officials to show that a number of tests were performed in order to progress. These three assessments are essential first steps that should always be taken before any job or designs are done, and it may also be beneficial to do them before you purchase a property, so you could be assured that a tank and leach field will be allowed.
1. Pit
The pit test is fairly straightforward. During this test, a hole is dug and the soil is analyzed to figure out its composition. A conventional leach field is reliant on the soil’s composition to drain effectively. If there is a bunch of gravel or sand, your leach field should be capable to discharge the effluent (water) from the tank well, where the soil will finish cleaning it. If the soil has a bunch of clay or rock, it won’t sink well, therefore a conventional leach field will not be an option. If the site you’ve picked does not pass the pit test, you may be able to pick another site on your property or use an alternate type of drain field, such as a mound system.
2. Perc
The perc, or percolation test, calls for digging a 14-inch deep hole, adding a 2-inch layer of sand or gravel, and then saturating it with water. The hole is typically left drenched for about two hours, and refilled as needed. Then, the hole is filled with 6 inches of water and monitored for drainage.
3. Visual
There are several things an inspector will investigate visually. Many units are gravity-fed, so they don’t depend on electricity or pumps to shift effluent from the tank to the leach field. As a result of this, the incline of the ground is important. An inspector will also search for inclines that could possibly feed excess water into the leach field, as well as nearby bodies of water, the water table, and distance from the proposed unit to things like the home and wells.
Work with Quality Jackson GA Septic System Installers Today
Choosing the right configuration, type of system, and assessing the land effectively, are all essential procedures in making sure an install goes off without a hitch. Most importantly, these steps ensure that the install is done properly, so that a system provides many years of use without problems. If you’re preparing for an install, call Septic Tank Pros Covington GA. Our partner technicians are experienced and committed to quality, so you can be sure the job is done right. Call (678) 212-5257 now.